2009 Volkswagen Caddy vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 346 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Volkswagen Caddy | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Volkswagen | Hyundai |
Model | Caddy | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 436 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 8.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2307 kg | 1961 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4685 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |